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FluMist expanded to include teenagers 03 July 2026 Good news for families this winter – WA’s successful FluMist needle-free influenza vaccination program has now been expanded to include young people aged 12 to 17 years. This builds on the program introduced earlier this year for children aged 2 to 11 years, giving more families access to a simple, needle-free option for protecting against influenza.

Rottnest nurse embarks on record row for charity 17 June 2026 Rottnest Island Nursing Post Clinical Nurse Specialist Cassie has been preparing for the gruelling 4,800km row for more than a year, as part of the World's Toughest Row.

Community and clinician forums to explore voluntary assisted dying 08 June 2026 Clinicians and community members are invited to attend two upcoming forums in Perth that will explore voluntary assisted dying through real stories, lived experiences and clinical perspectives.

1000th community member vaccinated! 05 June 2026 For the first time ever, Fiona Stanley Hospital is offering a free flu immunisation program for the community that spans both adults and children. Anyone aged between 2 and 64 years can access their free, flu vaccination at either site.

The volunteer making a difference one chat at a time 18 May 2026 For almost a decade, volunteer Paul Hammond has been a friendly face and reassuring presence for patients, visitors and staff at Fiona Stanley Hospital.